Obituaries

Grandma Rose - It was such a blessing to have known you, we will miss you. Rest in peace. Praying for strength for your family, may everyone be comforted with your memories.

Grandma, Thank you for always being you. Right was always right, and wrong was always wrong. However, your love and your smile was contagious. I remember walking in and your smile always lightening up the room becuase you never knew when I was in town. I miss hearing your voice and I miss just talking with you. Grandma I miss you. Thank you for everything you've ever done for me from taking me and Gari to camp to taking me to football practice to teaching me a lesson that everyone is an associate but not everyone is my friend. Until I see you again. I love you.

Grandma, you will be missed. The last time I saw you; you were full of life, love and laughter. May your legacy, wisdom, and love continue through the generations to come.

my friend, my always could talk to mom , I will miss calling you and just talking. I love you sister rose and I'll see you in glory, Brenda Ross sister Dent

my head and hands. She told me about this amazing God and how he loved us so. I am loved, forgiven, and chosen. It was your legacy that gave me Pat. And I thank you. From the bottom of my hear I thank you. If there is corn bread in heaven I will be waiting in line to try yours!!!

Hey, Grandma-ma. With it being your birthday and all, now would be one of those times I'd burst out in a loud and crazy made up birthday song I thought of just for you. You always got a kick out of that. (At least I thought you did. Gigls) So I'm gonna sing Happy Birthday to you now, Grandma. I know you'll hear it...... I love you. And Happy Birthday.

Growing up we always heard it takes a village to raise a child. You always treated me as one of your grandchildren. I never felt any different. The same blood running through our vains wouldn't make me feel any closer to you. You always corrected me when I was wrong, gave me words of encouragement, and never looked down on me through my trials. You will truly be missed.

Grandma Rosie! You were a staple of the family and you will be missed. Your love, your talks, the meals and the shared holidays were always enjoyed. Rest now in the arms of Jesus! I love you!

I will always remember how you'd sit in the living room and look at the window everyday without fail the first time I visited you. I love you grandma Rosie and wish I could have gotten to know you better and spend more time with you.

Grandma I can't believe we are writing these words right now. Rest in Eternity! We will hold you in our hearts forever! I am so happy and blessed we got to see you again in December and you were even able to meet one of your newest great grandchildren! It's never a goodbye! But until we meet again! We love you!

Grandma I felt so moved to come to unc's birthday party in December and now I know why. It would be the last time I would see, talk and hug my grandmother. I'm grateful for all the moments we shared and the advice you shared. Love you.

Momma I am going to me you like crazy . I hear you saying Carolyn I'm not going to always be here you better learn how to bake these cakes cook these greens taste this dressing. Momma I remember you thought I wasn't looking but my Queen I was . Momma you tried to always prepare me . You know our talk You going to miss me when I'm gone . Me momma You going to miss me . Lol we both crack up with laughter. Momma you loved Family and we truly do love each other. What you instilled in me will continue . Mom I am standing on his word Absent from the Body is to be present with the Lord . Happy Birthday momma and your baby girl Baked your famous Pound Cake . I will always love my momma . Carolyn

To my loving Grandmother Rose who I have been blessed to carry your name . I have not always been the granddaughter I should of been but thanks for being there when I really needed someone. I wasn't blessed to have you around as much as others but I will cherish and appreciate each teaching that you proved from when I was a little girl to up to a couple of weeks ago . I love you and I will try to be half of the woman you were courageous strong independent loving God fearing Rose I love you grandma

My condolences, I pray God strengthen you all through this storm. May He give you peace knowing she is with Him now and in no more pain. Thank you Ms. Thurman for loving and keeping an eye on my daughter at work. God bless you all. Ms. Susie Davis

I'm so grateful for knowing and loving you! No matter what they say you didn't play! Your words of encouragement were so sharp, but after I pondered it. Knowledge became the sound of a harp. I knew you were great! Coming from "Granny" the Mother of wisdom. Who could have known that some of your grandchildren you would out live them! We cry knowing you're in heaven with them! Thank you for showing me your favorite color blue, when I only could see red was true! Goodbye for now, but I will see you later. When I see Dorothy and my knee bow before Jesus Christ the Creator!

Gramda, I will miss you dearly. I can truly say that you've, help me to understand myself ,and see things in a different perspective. I could count on our conversations to make me laugh, even when I called you crying or upset. The bond that we had was special and unique. Everyday since you've departed, I've reached for the phone to call you, and I shed a tear, but I know that you're gone.I will always carry you in my heart. I just want to thank you for all of the wisdoms, the oh Lord, the stern words, loving words, read your bible, trust God, and all of the laughter. I love you so much and thank you for pushing me to always be me and do better. Love Tyo

Thurman, I will miss our talks. I loved our conversations. You always provided me sound advice as a mother would. No matter if I liked it or not, it turned out to be good advise. I love you dearly and so grateful God placed you in my life. When we met in 1989, you took me under your wing and adopted me as one of your own. I was so grateful. I remember calling you on several occasions to ask if you cooked cornbread. If you did I would ask if you could bring me some for the greens I had that Mam cooked. She would have eaten all of the cornbread she cooked. You would say yes, I will bring you some. You alway made sure I had plenty to eat at work like a Mother would do. You were truly another Mother to me. You didn't hold anything back. I remember you say Nay. You have always given me sound advice, the same advice you would have given the daughter you birth. I am so grateful to God He placed you in my life. I shall never forget you my dear friend and mother. Love you always. I will miss our talks dear friend and Mother. Love Always Alexia

Mama meeting you was very interesting and exciting experience, you treated me like your son even though I didn't have much time to spend with you. But you always encourage me. I will never forget how love giving to people and made me laugh as well as giving me advice. You will be miss but never forgotten. Apostle Gregory Kidd

I will alway remember you as a woman of strength,and great work ethic. The job will get done right. Love Ya

It is always hard to put into words how a special person like Aunt Rose can make you feel. We will always feel her loss deep in our soul because we will remember her kindness, generosity and graciousness. We will remember her wisdom and how she would share her advice. Aunt Rose and I didn't speak over the phone that often but when we did they were cherished moments. I know the love and joy that she would show me during our conversations will always be remembered and I thank God for her.

May God Keep your Family in this time there is nothing that will take the place of a dear love one love but God will be your rock in this time He will keep you in His Peace always Pastor Olivia Paige

"I wish everyone had a Rose " Mother Rose I'll always remember your distinctive pose Holding your head to the side & looking down your nose Your smile and words were always sweet I still remember the first day of our first meet You always had an answer regardless of how it felt Although you are gone, your wisdom I have kept You loved being a nurse, taking care of others Your kindness and love are the qualities of a wonderful mother You were more than a mother-in-law, u were my friend I will cherish your kindness forever, from beginning to end I will always hold you dear in my heart, your words, your smile, your pose So I say again, I wish everyone had a Rose Rest in your new home John 14:2

My heart is so heavy today.I have lost my best friend. Aunt Rose was our mother when ours was away. She helped me to grow up, and learn to be responsible. She remained my Aunt and best friend forever. May she RIP and I pray for her family and loved ones who will grieve for her..

Mama There are so many words I can write that can attempt to express who you are and what your life meant not only to me as your only son but I share you with many whom lives you touched. You never sugar coated the truth and always shared your up bringing in God to our lives even when we didn't understand. You were and always will remain in my heart till I am called to my rest and I will hear you respond as I ask how you this morning mom and your reply just need a lil pushing to get going and we would laugh... love you forever mama

Grandma, I'm trying so hard to be strong, but you got me with this one. I keep hearing you say "if I wake up and I'm not in pain I know I'm sitting with the good Lord" and you would laugh. I know you're good right now and you're sitting with the good Lord, but I wish I could have 1 more day.See you when I get there Ol lady! I love you!

Job well done, Mother Thurman. Condolences to the family and others who you shared unmatchless love with. The Redic Family

Mama, I cried when I saw you at my surprise 70th birthday celebration in December. Now I'm crying because I won't see you again until that great getting up morning. I will always treasure our special relationship. It was one of a kind. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your family and especially your friend.

Mama how will I make it with out you see you on the other side I will miss our talks laughing and jokes I will always have you in my heart The last time we talked your voice I will always hear your daughter Audrey AkA Wife

Rose was a woman of great wisdom and love. We will truly miss your sweet smile. We we're truly blessed to have a woman of such wisdom to play a part in our lives. You will truly be missed but never forgotten. Love The Lucas Family!

Grandma, You treated me like family. Offered advice even when I didn't want it. You were always upfront with me...kept it real. We hadn't talked much lately, but whenever I reached out to mom or Z, I always said, "Tell grandma hey & I love her". I wish we had more time...I was your other nurse in the family. I liked when you wanted to ask me questions or ask for advice. You always made me feel special! Being an only child, I felt like I had a big family with you all, even if I didn't see the family much, we always kept in touch. I am truly going to miss you grandma, but you will always & forever be in my heart...I know we'll see each other again...I love you...The other Z of the family (Zina)

Grandma Rose You Always Showed me Love when I would Show up @ Your Home With My Good Friend Your grandson Malcolm Thurman, Thank you and I thank God for allowing me to meet such a phenomenal woman A woman with so much love, wisdom and Laughter. Heaven just received a Queen.R.I.P. your Other Boy!!! Keith Scott

Some people can live there whole life without ever having someone to care for them. It takes a strong person to overcome obstacles that life puts before them. You were my beacon that made me believe that I could have the strength to take on life as it comes. I just want to say thank you for always being you I will always Love You for that. Your now in Gods loving arms Rest In Peace!

Roses are red violets are blue No one can make cakes every holiday and live on me too. I appreciate you allowing me to share your mom, grands, daughters, nieces and so many other wonderful people with me. Truly you will be missed but we will keep living in the family always. Psalm 133 Apostle Dr. Yvonne Wilson Body Of Christ Deliverance Ministries Real woman of God BAAD Girls Body of Christ Apostolic Reformation Body of Christ Bible College and Seminary National Association of Social Service Ambassadors

My earliest memory of you Aunt Rose, is about age 4. Early 1950's You were taking care of both your kids and my mom's kids while she worked in Alaska.How you managed so many kids I'll never know. You lived down stairs with uncle Gene and your kids. You were so kind to use. I'll always be grateful to you. I am most grateful for you giving use Pat. I remember how sad we were to see you and your kids move out to Chicago. But you never stopped being Aunt Rose. You always checked on us and even as adults you continued to stay in touch. I'll love you forever. To the family I send my love and support.

Grandma- Its such a struggle to know how different life is becoming . I want to say Thank you for ALL the love and the countless talks and memories and laughter we've shared . That tight upper lip and gentle hugs will live with me forever . You taught me a lot, but your teachings of God's gift of Love has been priceless. Love you forever - Your Boy Malcohm

Mama I will miss you so much! Our conversations will forever be etched in my memory box of love and joy because of the laughter we shared especially when words came out of your mouth that I never expected...you had mad joke skills. Cheers to you for 69 years of being your daughter!! See you in the rapture mama!!#iwillalwayslovemymamashesmyfavoritegirl #yourlegecyliveson